Yamaha YZF-R125 Service Manual: Checking the rear brake hose
1. Check:
- Brake hoses "1"
Cracks/damage/wear
Replace.
2. Check:
- Brake hose holder "2"
Loose connection
Tighten the
holder bolt.Loose or open holder
Fasten
properly.
3. Hold the vehicle upright and apply the rear brake several times.
4. Check:
Brake hoses
Brake fluid leakage Replace the
damaged
hose.
Refer to "REAR BRAKE" on page 4-28.
Checking the front brake hose
1. Check:
Brake hose "1"
Cracks/damage/wear
Replace.
2. Check:
Brake hose holder "2"
Loose connection Tighten the
holder bolt.
3. Hold the vehicle upright and apply ...
Bleeding the hydraulic brake system
WARNINGBleed the hydraulic brake system whenever:
the system is disassembled.
a brake hose is loosened, disconnected or
replaced.
the brake fluid level is very low.
brak ...
Other materials:
Checking the thermostat
1. Check:
Thermostat
Does not open at 80.5-83.5 C (176.9-182.3
F) Replace.
a. Suspend the thermostat "1" in a container "2"
filled with water.
b. Slowly heat the water "3".
c. Place a thermometer "4" in the water.
d. While stirring the water, observe the thermostat
and th ...
Special tools
The following special tools are necessary for complete and accurate tune-up
and assembly. Use only
the appropriate special tools as this will help prevent damage caused by the use
of inappropriate tools
or improvised techniques. Special tools, part numbers or both may differ
depending on the ...
Adjusting the brake pedal free play
Adjusting the brake pedal free play
Brake pedal free play
The brake pedal free play should measure
3.5-4.5 mm (0.14-0.18 in) as
shown. Periodically check the brake
pedal free play and, if necessary, have
a Yamaha dealer adjust it.
WARNING
An incorrect brake pedal free play
in ...